Pesticides and the Law > Pesticides Label

The pesticide label is printed on or attached to the pesticide container. Because the label contains the information you must know to handle the pesticide in a safe, effective and legal manner, you need to read and understand the label before you buy or use the product.

After completing this chapter you should be able to:

  • Recognize that the label is the law
  • Be able to find and understand the label
 

Most labels can be found on the internet. Most States maintain a pesticide registration web site. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection's (DATCP) pesticide registration site has many of the labels for the products available in Wisconsin. [Check it out]

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